Financial Controller

Envol; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine and luxury boating company in Burnaby is seeking a seasoned financial leader to oversee accounting and administrative functions across multiple locations. The role involves leading a finance team, managing full-cycle accounting, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate has a CPA designation, significant experience in the luxury retail sector, and excellent leadership skills. Competitive salary and a hybrid work arrangement offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

100% education reimbursement

3–4 weeks of paid vacation

Flexible work arrangement

Inclusive and collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as a Controller.
• Hands-on leader managing diverse accounting functions.
• Proficient in GAAP and Canadian tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a finance team.
• Oversee full-cycle accounting processes.
• Manage cash flow and banking relationships.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and coordinate audits.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Leadership

Operational oversight

GAAP knowledge

Team building

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/accounting systems

Job description

ABOUT YOU

You are a seasoned financial leader with the expertise to oversee M&P Mercurys accounting and administrative functions across a multi‑location, luxury retail business. With a strong background in financial planning and analysis, strategic leadership, and operational oversight, you bring both vision and hands‑on execution to the table. Adaptable, detail‑oriented, and quick to learn, you thrive in high‑pressure environments and approach new challenges with confidence.

Passionate about the marine industry, you are eager to contribute to the legacy of North America’s #2 boat seller and yacht dealer and play a pivotal role in shaping its future growth. Your proven ability to enhance financial performance and drive profitability makes you a trusted partner to senior leadership. This is the right opportunity for a strategic finance professional ready to step into a broader executive role and help grow a brand that has thrived for over 65 years.

WHY M&P MERCURY

Its priority to take care of our team and reward them for their contributions. As part of our tight‑knit, growing, and dynamic team, you can expect:

• Competitive salary of $130,000 – $160,000 per year, plus a 10–15% performance bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including extended health and dental coverage and 3‑4 weeks of paid vacation.
• 100% education reimbursement to support your CPA designation and ongoing professional development.
• Established brand with long‑term growth potential and a clear career path toward a future Chief of Finance role.
• Empowerment and trust to shape financial strategy and drive M&P Mercurys growth and profitability.
• Hybrid, flexible work arrangement, with three in‑office days per week at our Burnaby headquarters.
• Tight‑knit, inclusive, and collaborative culture with team events, exclusive showcases, and access to Canada’s premier fleet of boats.

YOUR IMPACT

• Lead and mentor a small but growing finance team (Bookkeeper and Junior Accountant), fostering professional development and operational efficiency.
• Oversee full‑cycle accounting, including AP, AR, GL, payroll, and fixed assets, ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling, providing actionable insights to support day‑to‑day operations and long‑term strategic decisions.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital, maintaining the company’s financial health and supporting growth initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and Canadian tax regulations, coordinating audits, tax filings, and other reporting requirements.
• Partner with leadership and operations teams to analyze financial performance, identify opportunities for efficiency, and enhance profitability.
• Optimize accounting systems and processes, streamlining reporting tools and workflows to improve accuracy and scalability.
• Maintain M&P Mercurys internal controls and policies, safeguarding company assets and minimizing risk.
• Contribute to cross‑functional initiatives, supporting process improvements and initiatives that drive business growth in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment.

YOUR BACKGROUND

• 7+ years of experience as a Controller with a CPA designation, bringing hands‑on experience managing diverse, complex accounting functions.
• Proven experience growing multi‑location operations, ideally in luxury retail, marine, or dealership environments.
• Strong expertise in GAAP, Canadian tax, compliance, audits, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Proficient Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems with the ability to pick up quickly and implement new systems.
• Hands‑on leader who can manage day‑to‑day accounting, financial planning and analysis, and strategic financial leadership.
• Team builder and mentor, experienced in developing a small, growing finance team (Bookkeeper and Junior Accountant).
• Versatile and proactive, comfortable owning both accounting and administrative functions, successfully wearing multiple hats.
• Effective communicator with excellent organizational skills, thriving in a fast‑paced, dynamic work environment.
• Flexible work arrangement, with the ability to work hybrid, including 3 days in‑office (Vancouver/Burnaby).

OUR VALUES – WHAT DRIVES US AT M&P MERCURY

At M&P Mercury, our mission is simple: to make the boating lifestyle the most rewarding, fulfilling, and memorable experience possible. We strive to achieve this commitment by:

• Providing premium quality products and professional services.
• Treating every person who comes onto our premises as a potential lifetime client and friend.
• Continuously exceeding our customers’ expectations.
• Always embracing honesty, fairness, and a genuine concern for our customers’ wants and needs.
• Striving to improve our services, processes, human relations, and quality.

ABOUT M&P MERCURY

M&P Mercury, a tight‑knit and customer‑centric small business, is a leader in the marine and luxury boating industry. Since 1957, M&P Mercury strives to share our passion for boating and use it to bring people together. Recognized by Boating Industry Magazines Top 100 Dealers as Canada’s #1 dealer, we sell more than just boats; we sell enjoyment, luxury and top‑tier experiences to customers craving the on‑water lifestyle. With five locations across BC in Burnaby, Vancouver, North Vancouver, Kelowna, and Nanaimo, we pride ourselves on exceptional professional and a superb sales and services experience while curating a fun, growth‑driven and exciting work environment for our employees to thrive in.

Does this sound like the right opportunity for you? Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Click Apply and submit your resume today.

Do you want to learn more about working with M&P Mercury? Visit https://mpmercury.com/.

At M&P Mercury, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We also provide accommodations throughout the hiring process – please let us know if you need support so we can ensure a fair and accessible experience.